Jiffy Cornbread Hush Puppies

Jiffy cornbread hush puppies are a favorite side dish and are the perfect combination with BBQ sandwiches, fried fish, or even sausage.

The southern hush puppies recipe is super easy to make and is packed full of flavor.

Homemade Hush Puppies

It’s a great day to learn how to make Jiffy Cornbread Hush Puppies, and it’s a quick and easy recipe that is perfect for barbecues, parties, and potlucks that the whole family will love.

Jiffy Cornbread Hush Puppies – A Golden Brown Side Dish

Jiffy Muffin Mix has a ton of uses, from cornbread, casseroles, corn dogs, meatloaf, cornbread casserole, and the list goes on.

Starting with Jiffy makes recipes a lot easier, and they are a super-fast recipe to whip up, cook, and serve.

The tasty hush puppies combine the flavors of buttermilk, sweet onion, and Jiffy Corn Muffin Mix for a delicious, flavorful, and homemade dish.

If you love cornbread, give Jiffy corn pudding a try, with creamed and whole-kernel corn. Or, add some of Grandma Browns Baked Beans from Adventures of a Nurse on the side of your hush puppies.

What Do I Need To Make The Jiffy Cornbread Hush Puppies?

• Jiffy Corn Muffin Mix
• Egg
• Self-rising flour
• Sweet onion
• Buttermilk
• Salt
• Vegetable oil for frying

Full printable recipe with measurements, instructions, and daily values listed at the bottom of the post in the recipe card.

My First Experience With Southern Hush Puppies

I first tried hush puppies years ago at a restaurant in west Tennessee that overlooked a fish pond, and from the first moment, I tried them, I was in love with them.

The side dish is known for being a staple in the South.

Of course, at the time, I was a youngin’ and didn’t even consider making them at home, but I am so glad I had plenty more occasions to give them a try.

What’s In A Hush Puppy?

Hushpuppies are usually made up of cornmeal, eggs, milk, onions, and flour; however, many people like to add corn, garlic, jalapeños, fish, red peppers, and so much more.

Once you make up the hush puppies, you fry them in hot oil or a deep fryer until they are crispy and golden brown on the outside, moist and fluffy on the inside, and full of flavor.

What Do I Serve With The Side Dish?

You can really serve hush puppies with anything, but most people serve them with fish, sandwiches, barbecue, crab, hamburgers, southern salmon patties, or just about anything you can think of.

I’ve had readers ask for an old fashioned hush puppy recipe, and this is really the same basic recipe, but with the use of Jiffy Corn Muffin Mix.

Step-By-Step Instructions for Jiffy Cornbread Hush Puppies

Firstly, add the Jiffy cornbread box mix to a large bowl.

Secondly, add an egg to the Jiffy mix.

Thirdly, add some self-rising flour to the bowl.

Fourthly, throw in the diced onions. I used a sweet onion in this mix.

The Jiffy Corn Muffin Mix is already a tad sweet, but using a sweet onion didn’t make it too sweet; however, if you’d rather use a common onion, you can, and it will taste just as wonderful!

Fifthly, pour the buttermilk into the bowl.

You can use milk or buttermilk, the choice is up to you, but I personally love the flavor that buttermilk adds to the recipe, and buttermilk hush puppies tend to taste richer.

Mix the ingredients together and place the batter into the freezer for about 10 to 15 minutes so it can firm up a little, which makes it easier to form the hush puppies.

Add Vegetable Oil to the Skillet

Heat up the oil in the skillet while the batter firms up in the freezer. Turn the temperature to medium to medium-high.

The oil needs to get to 365-degrees to fry the hush puppies.

Once the oil is ready, spoon out a little bit of the batter and roll it into a ball about one-inch thick.

The hush puppies will puff up when they hit the oil and start cooking, so be sure not to make them too big.

I learned the hard way by making the little puppies too big and they puffed up quite large and the insides really didn’t cook all the way.

So, the next time I made the hush puppy mix, I rolled them much smaller since they grow in the cooking oil.

Once you see the bottom of the hush puppies turning brown, and it only takes a few minutes, go ahead and flip them over so the other side can cook.

Cook the other side of the Jiffy cornbread hush puppies until they are crispy.

Finally, take the hush puppies out of the cooking oil, allow them to drain on a paper towel lined plate, and they are ready to enjoy!

Let the deep fried hush puppies cool for a minute and serve warm.

You can either use a fork or a slotted spoon to remove the hush puppy fried bites from the hot oil.

Jiffy Corn Muffin Mix

Jiffy mix is a fantastic base for the hush puppy recipe.

If you’re looking for budget-friendly ways to make side dishes, using Jiffy mix is a great way to do that.

It’s very inexpensive and you can make a large variety of recipes with it.

Jiffy Hush Puppies with Corn

If you love to add corn to your hush puppies, it’s an easy addition to the recipe.

Simply add one can of cream style corn, and reduce the amount of buttermilk to 1 tablespoon, because you will already have a lot of moisture from the cream corn.

If the batter seems dry, just add a little bit of buttermilk at a time until it reaches a consistency that is easy to roll and fry without falling apart.

Optional Ingredients:

• Garlic powder
• Onion powder
• Chili powder
• Cayenne pepper

Add Some Variety to Your Hush Puppies

1. Cheesy Hush Puppies:
   • Add grated cheddar cheese or another favorite cheese to the batter. The cheese will melt inside the hush puppies as they cook, creating a gooey and delicious center.
2. Bacon and Jalapeño Hush Puppies:
   • Mix crumbled cooked bacon and finely diced jalapeños into the batter for smoky and spicy flavors. These are perfect for those who enjoy a little heat in their hush puppies.
3. Sweet Corn Hush Puppies:
   • Add fresh or canned sweet corn kernels to the batter for sweetness and extra texture. This adds a delightful contrast to the savory hush puppies.
4. Herb and Garlic Hush Puppies:
   • Add fresh herbs like chopped chives, parsley, cilantro, and minced garlic into the batter.
5. Spicy Cajun Hush Puppies:
   • Enhance the batter with Cajun seasoning, chopped green onions, and a pinch of cayenne pepper for a spicy kick. Serve these with a zesty dipping sauce for extra flavor.
6. Dill Pickle Hush Puppies:
   • Finely chop dill pickles and mix them into the batter for a tangy and crunchy twist. The pickle flavor pairs well with the cornbread base.
7. Shrimp and Creole Hush Puppies:
   • Add chopped cooked shrimp and Creole seasoning to the batter for a taste of the bayou.
8. Ranch Hush Puppies:
   • Incorporate dry ranch seasoning mix into the batter to give your hush puppies a zesty ranch dressing flavor. Serve them with a side of ranch dressing for dipping.
9. Green Chili and Pepper Jack Hush Puppies:
   • Mix diced green chilies and shredded pepper jack cheese into the batter. These hush puppies will have a slightly spicy and cheesy profile.
10. Sweet Potato Hush Puppies:
    • Grate some cooked sweet potato into the batter for added sweetness and moisture. This creates a unique hush puppy variation with a hint of autumn flavor.

Hush Puppy Dipping Sauce

There are a lot of sauces to choose from out there to serve with your side dish, so the options are endless.

Julia’s Simply Southern has a recipe for old fashioned tartar sauce. Or, give her red remoulade sauce a try.

More Delicious Recipes

Add Chick-Fil-A Coleslaw to your table, as well as an easy recipe of deviled eggs.

If you’re cooking for a group, Crock Pot macaroni and cheese is another great side dish to serve with the hush puppies.

Roasted red potatoes are another delicious addition to the table.

Are hush puppies the same as cornbread?

Hush Puppies are lightly baked cornbread with crispy exterior and soft dough on the inside. Serve with fish, fries, cooked shrimp, or barbecue.

How can I spice up my cornbread mix?

Warm and spicy: You can add half a cup of diced jalapeños or one teaspoon of crushed red peppers to the batter.

You can also add three tablespoons of chili paste for a spicy or sweet and spicy flavor.

What is the difference between a fritter and a hush puppy?

Hush puppies are usually savory and are often served alongside seafood or other fried dishes.

Fritters are usually made into a flat round shape and are made using white flour, where hush puppies are predominantly made with cornmeal and rolled into a ball.

Check out the Jiffy cornbread hush puppies card below, grab those ingredients, and start cooking! I love this recipe and I think you’ll love this one, too. 

Then, share your comments below and share a picture of your hush puppies on the Pinterest Pin!  If you made any changes or added something different, be sure to share it with us.